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<p><a href="/sites/default/files/images/P1010102.JPG"><img src="/sites/default/files/images/P1010102.preview.JPG" alt="" style="float:right;" /></a>In commemoration of Black History Month we are celebrating some of Black America’s firsts in aviation and aerospace. Through the month of February, stop by and view our display case near the Receptionist Desk highlighting some of these pioneering aviators. From the first known Black pilot to the youngest African American (12 yrs) flyer. Their lives and stories are a celebration of the human spirit and an inspiration to all that against all odds and great adversity you can achieve your dream… you can touch the sky! To learn more about blacks in aviation visit some of these exciting resources:</p>
<p class="book-record"><a href="http://catalog.cantonpl.org/record=b1414682"><span class="jacket"><img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/images/bibisbn/b1414682.jpg" /></span>Blue skies, black wings: African American pioneers of aviation</a> by Samuel L. Broadnax; foreword by Alan M. Osur</p>
<ul><li><a href="http://www.blackhistoryinaviation.com">Black History in Aviation</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.allstar.fiu.edu/prime-tech/bia/NARA.htm">All Star Learning Laboratory</a></li>
<li><a href="http://tuskegeeairmennationalmuseum.org/home">Tuskegee Airmen National Museum</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.sandiegoairandspace.org/exhibits/african_american_exhibit/">San Diego Air and Space</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.daytoninnovationlegacy.org/loving.html">Dayton Innovation Legacy</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.denverpost.com/obituaries/ci_12805244">Pilot Marlon D. Green</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.airspacemag.com/history-of-flight/In-the-Museum-The-Unrecognized-First.html">Air Space Magazine</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.nasm.si.edu/blackwings/">Black Wings: African American Pioneer Aviators</a></li>
<li><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wright_brothers">Wright Brothers</a></li>
<li><a href="http://youtu.be/cNcxD4XFU-M">First all black female flight crew</a></li>
<li><a href="http://youtu.be/Dfz81kCEQuA">Youngest female pilot</a></li>
</ul>http://www.cantonpl.org/blog/post/i-believe-i-can-fly#commentsEducationScienceBiographyastronautsaviationBlack historyBlack History MonthpilotsWW IWWIIWed, 01 Feb 2012 20:19:17 +0000babanew44415 at http://www.cantonpl.orgBlack Americans Making Their Stamp on Historyhttp://www.cantonpl.org/blog/art/black-history-month-canton-public-library
<img src="/sites/default/files/images/african-history-month.medium.jpg" alt="" style="float:left;" />In honor of Black History Month stop by and view our display case near the receptionist desk. It includes an authentic USPS Black Heritage stamp collection and portraits on loan from the <a href="http://www.chwmuseum.org/">Charles H. Wright Museum of African American History</a>. Also showcased are just a few of the many Black Americans that have given their lives to shape our world through leadership, inventions, medicine, arts &amp; entertainment, civil rights, sports, education, and more.<br /><br />
Check out our wide selection of materials including books, videos, CD’s and cassette tapes noting the achievements and notable moments in history of those of African descent. Let’s celebrate Black History Month together here at your Canton Public Library!<br /><a href="http://kevinfell.ca/?page_id=112">(image from Kevin Fell at HOZA)</a>http://www.cantonpl.org/blog/art/black-history-month-canton-public-library#commentsHistoryWebsitesAfrican AmericansautobiographyBlack historyBlack inventorsblack neurosurgeonMon, 31 Jan 2011 17:14:42 +0000babanew23943 at http://www.cantonpl.orgTake a Load Off!http://www.cantonpl.org/blog/health/take-load
<img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/images/forgiveness.medium.jpg" /><br />Start the New Year off without excess mental baggage...consider forgiveness! Scientists have proven bitterness and guilt wreaks havoc on our bodies and minds. Dr. Fred Luskin has written <a href="http://catalog.cantonpl.org/record=b1225325">Forgive for good</a> the results of the Forgiveness Project, one of the largest and most important studies on forgiveness ever conducted. It shows that learning how to forgive improves our emotional and physical well-being.<br />Best selling author Dr. R T Kendall has written <a href="http://catalog.cantonpl.org/record=b1463851">How to forgive ourselves totally</a> a guide to help free our minds from guilt and past mistakes. Also check out <a href="http://catalog.cantonpl.org/record=b1385165">The power of forgiveness</a> a thought-provoking documentary revealing how individuals have decided to forgive their offenders while transforming their own lives and others. Consider our wide range of materials on forgiveness that may fit your lifestyle to help you recover and move forward for the coming year!http://www.cantonpl.org/blog/health/take-load#commentsHealthReligion and SpiritualitySocial ScienceAdultsParentsSeniorsNon-fictionChristianityforgivenessinspirationpschologyreligionself helpsocial issuestheologyWed, 25 Nov 2009 16:21:53 +0000babanew14624 at http://www.cantonpl.orgChristmas Memories Movie Night!http://www.cantonpl.org/blog/adult/christmas-memories-movie-night
<img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/images/its_a_wonderful_life.preview.jpg" style="float:right;" />Looking for ways to unwind and enjoy a fun filled special evening? Why not reminience over some of your favorite childhood Christmas movies. We have a large selection that is sure to spark some joyous memories. My all time favorite is "A Christmas Carol"; any version and any kind I just love the story! So curl up with a hot cup of cocoa &amp; popcorn and let the classics take you away...you deserve it! Some to check out are:
<ul><li><a href="http://catalog.cantonpl.org/record=b1458983">It's a wonderful life</a></li>
<li><a href="http://catalog.cantonpl.org/record=b1223238">White Christmas</a></li>
<li><a href="http://catalog.cantonpl.org/record=b1473484">A Christmas Carol</a></li>
<li><a href="http://catalog.cantonpl.org/record=b1216054">Santa Claus is coming to town</a></li>
<li><a href="http://catalog.cantonpl.org/record=b1366554">Rudolph the red nosed reindeer</a></li>
<li><a href="http://catalog.cantonpl.org/search~S4?/ta+christmas+story/tchristmas+story/1%2C2%2C2%2CB/frameset&amp;FF=tchristmas+story&amp;1%2C1%2Chttp://catalog.cantonpl.org/record=b1366554">A Christmas Story</a></li>
</ul>http://www.cantonpl.org/blog/adult/christmas-memories-movie-night#commentsAdultsParentsSeniorsFictionMovies & TelevisionComedyanimated filmsChristmas moviesClassic movies. feature filmsFri, 20 Nov 2009 16:28:33 +0000babanew14469 at http://www.cantonpl.orgEnjoy a stress free Christmas!http://www.cantonpl.org/blog/arts-and-crafts/enjoy-stress-free-christmas
<img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/images/Living-Room-Christmas-Vintage-HTOURS1206-de.preview.jpg" style="float:left;" />Beat Ebenezer Scrooge (your budget) and The Grinch (the economy) at their own game! Have a fun, festive and fancy Christmas Holiday without spending a lot of cabootle! Plan now and make your holiday season spectacular and stress-free. Everything you need is here to help stimulate your creativity; we have books ranging from <a href="http://catalog.cantonpl.org/record=b1340075">300 Ways to make the best Christmas ever</a> to <a href="http://catalog.cantonpl.org/record=b1256714">Christmas comfort and joy : 501 crafts, decorating and food ideas to make your holiday unforgettable</a>. Be the envy of your friends and family and spend pennies for presents by checking out websites like <a href="http://simplemom.net/">http://simplemom.net/</a> and <a href="http://www.allfreecrafts.com/">http://www.allfreecrafts.com/</a> for the frugal conscious!http://www.cantonpl.org/blog/arts-and-crafts/enjoy-stress-free-christmas#commentsArts and CraftsFood and CookingHome and GardenReligion and SpiritualityKidsAdultsParentsSeniorsNon-fictionBooksChristmascookingcraftsGiftsHoliday decorationgThu, 19 Nov 2009 16:41:42 +0000babanew14458 at http://www.cantonpl.orgFor the love of books http://www.cantonpl.org/blog/adult/love-books
<img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/images/nancy-pearl-book-lust.preview.jpg" style="float:left;" />Recently, I had the awesome opportunity to hear a lecture by world famous reading guru Nancy Pearl. Nancy expresses her love for reading in such a way you can't wait to discover your next book. Nancy has won numerous awards for her uncanny insight into books and the celebration of reading. If you're stumped on what to read next check out her books (ex. <a href="http://catalog.cantonpl.org/record=b1283016">Book lust</a>, <a href="http://catalog.cantonpl.org/record=b1354524">More book lust</a>, <a href="http://catalog.cantonpl.org/record=b1410853">Book crush for kids and teens</a>). You can also check out <a href="/taxonomy/term/1683">Pearl's picks</a> on our website. They are witty lists that help you find the right book for the mood. You can learn more about Nancy and her books at <a href="http://www.nancypearl.com">www.nancypearl.com</a>http://www.cantonpl.org/blog/adult/love-books#commentsKidsTweensTeensAdultsParentsSeniorsFictionNon-fictionBooksliterary criticismnancy pearlreaders advisoryThu, 19 Nov 2009 15:50:43 +0000babanew14455 at http://www.cantonpl.orgFun Festivals & Fairshttp://www.cantonpl.org/blog/arts-and-crafts/fun-festivals-fairs
<img alt="" src="/sites/default/files/images/Big%20stove.preview.jpg" style="float:left;" />As summer begins to wind down and fall begins to rev up, keep the fun going! Visit one of Michigan's great fall Festivals &amp; Fairs.<br />The Michigan State Fair is going on now through Labor Day. See <a href="">www.absolutemichigan.com</a> for a schedule of events.<br />Check out <a href="http://www.Michigan.org">www.Michigan.org</a> for the many festivals and fairs available in just about every city.<br />Visit our large selections of materials on festivals and fairs. Some to check-out are:<ul><li><a href="http://catalog.cantonpl.org/record=b1146836">Food Festivals: eating your way from coast to coast</a></li><li><a href="http://catalog.cantonpl.org/record=b1250469">Festivals of the world</a></li><li><a href="http://catalog.cantonpl.org/record=b1407280">African-American holidays, festivals,and celebrations</a></li></ul>http://www.cantonpl.org/blog/arts-and-crafts/fun-festivals-fairs#commentsArts and CraftsFood and CookingTravelKidsTweensTeensAdultsParentsSeniorsNon-fictionBooksWebsitesfairsfestivalsfoodThu, 27 Aug 2009 15:49:05 +0000babanew13577 at http://www.cantonpl.orgMarriage on fire!http://www.cantonpl.org/blog/adult/marriage-fire
<img style="float:left;margin:7px;" alt="" src="/sites/default/files/images/Fireproof_1.thumbnail.jpg" />Looking for something inspirational to boost your marriage relationship? "<a href="http://catalog.cantonpl.org/search~S10?/tfireproof/tfireproof/1%2C2%2C3%2CB/frameset&amp;FF=tfireproof&amp;2%2C%2C2">Fireproof</a>" is the definite date night movie that brings realism and enlightment to what a marriage is all about. Take it one step further and check out the book "<a href="http://catalog.cantonpl.org/search~S10?/tfireproof/tfireproof/1%2C2%2C3%2CB/frameset&amp;FF=tfireproof+motion+picture&amp;1%2C1%2C">Love Dare</a>", the guide used in the movie to restore a broken marriage.http://www.cantonpl.org/blog/adult/marriage-fire#commentsAdultsNon-fictionBooksMovies & TelevisionfireproofmarriagerelationshipsTue, 03 Feb 2009 18:35:03 +0000babanew10397 at http://www.cantonpl.org